Sell Your Rolex Datejust in London

About the Rolex Datejust

Launched in 1945 as the first self-winding chronometer wristwatch with a date in a window, the Datejust introduced the cyclops lens and, later, the Jubilee bracelet. Modern references span 31mm, 36mm and 41mm cases in steel, Rolesor and gold.

Datejust references and generations

Key references and variants we regularly assess:

• Reference 116234 / 116200 — 36mm, calibre 3135
• Reference 126234 / 126200 — current 36mm, calibre 3235
• Reference 126334 / 126300 — current 41mm Datejust 41
• Rolesor (two-tone) and full-gold configurations
• Fluted, smooth and diamond-set bezel options

Movements and calibres

Modern Datejusts run in-house automatics — the 3135 in earlier references and the 3235 with Chronergy escapement and roughly 70-hour reserve in current models. Running condition and service history feed the valuation.

Cases, dials and bracelets

Dial variety is central to the Datejust: fluted or smooth bezels, Jubilee or Oyster bracelets, and dials from plain to diamond-set. Configuration and condition both matter, and we check the bracelet for stretch and the case for polishing.

What affects the value of a Rolex Datejust

Among the factors we weigh when valuing a Rolex Datejust:

• Reference, case size and metal
• Dial and bezel configuration
• Jubilee or Oyster bracelet and stretch
• Box, papers and service records
• Overall condition and prior polishing
• Current demand for that configuration

Selling a Rolex Datejust without box or papers

Missing paperwork does not put a sale out of reach. We may consider a Rolex Datejust without its original box, papers, warranty card or receipt.

Any purchase remains subject to authentication, condition inspection, and ownership and identification checks. Documentation can affect valuation depending on the piece, and we will always explain how.

How Fair Vintage assesses your Rolex Datejust

We look at originality first — dial, hands, case and, where relevant, bezel and bracelet — then movement condition and any service history.

Replacement parts, prior polishing, provenance, and box and papers all feed into the assessment. We explain our reasoning so the offer is one you can understand and rely on.

Selling your Rolex Datejust while visiting London

If you are visiting London, we can often arrange an appointment at short notice to value your Rolex Datejust at a safe, mutually agreed location convenient to you.

Same-day or next-day appointments may be available, subject to availability. If you accept an offer and the required identification and compliance checks are completed, prompt payment is arranged.

How it works

A straightforward process, with no obligation at any stage:

• Contact us with a few details or photographs
• We arrange a suitable appointment
• Your Rolex Datejust is inspected and valued in person
• We provide a clear offer — you are free to accept or decline
• If you accept and the required checks are completed, prompt payment is arranged

Frequently asked questions